Polypropylene Stitch-Bonded Medical Wipe Substrate from Japan
Dyed polypropylene warp-knit stitch-bonded fabric serving as the base for disposable medical wipes and drapes in healthcare settings. Falls under HTS 6005.37.00.20 for its synthetic composition, dyeing, and stitch-bonded construction recognized as knitted. Provides absorbency and strength for single-use medical applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include biocompatibility and sterilization certifications for medical end-use to facilitate FDA clearance alongside customs
• Prove warp-knit via stitch-bonding with manufacturing process affidavits to prevent Chapter 56 nonwoven errors
• Monitor import quotas or special regulations for synthetic textiles used in medical disposables